As a security measure, since 1995 electronically coded transponder chips are fitted in all car, van and motorbike keys. The transponder chip is embedded in the plastic body of your key – you may not have even known it is there. They are on average 4x1mm in length and either made from plastic or glass. It is this transponder chip that needs programming to your car in order to send a signal for your car to start when the key is turned in the ignition.

If your car key’s transponder chip is broken or missing, the engine won’t start. This system was introduced to reduce and prevent vehicle crime.

We offer services to replace or repair your transponder chip in you key and re-programme it to your car. We have the very latest programming equipment.

We can also erase any lost keys reducing the cost of replacing car locks.